Brussels Griffon has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Schipperke tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Brussels Griffons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Schipperke is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Inquisitive
Sensitive
Companionable
Selfish
Watchful

Agile
Curious
Fearless
Intelligent
Confident
Faithful
Independent

Brussels Griffons shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Schipperkes are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Belgium

Belgium

griffons d’ecurie, affenpinscher, pug, english toy spaniel

sheepdog

1800s

1600s

Toy (AKC:1910)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Non Sporting (AKC:1904)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn
Red
Cream

Black
Cream
Brown
Blue

Brussels Griffons have short coats.

Schipperkes have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Straight

Brussels Griffons are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Schipperkes are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Bone And Joint Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Allergies
Difficulty In Breeding
Kidney Problems

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Heart
Hips
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Brussels Griffons are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Schipperkes thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Brussels Griffon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Schipperke has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Brussels Griffons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Schipperkes need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Brussels Griffons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Schipperkes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Brussels Griffon is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Schipperke minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Brussels Griffons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Schipperkes are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Brussels Griffon dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Schipperke dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Nap, Toys, Chewing, Playing, Napping, Walking, Sniffing, Shake, Walk

Walks, "Love fests", More walks, Sniffing, Training, Play, Walk

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Brussels Griffon, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Schipperke, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Brussels Griffons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Schipperke has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Brussels Griffon feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Schipperke feed 0.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Brussels Griffon is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Schipperke is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Brussels Griffon is between $42 - $56. This makes an average of $504 - $672 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Schipperke is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Brussels Griffon has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Schipperke is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Brussels Griffons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Schipperkes can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Brussels Griffons are not suitable for children.

Schipperkes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Brussels Griffons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Schipperkes are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Brussels Griffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Schipperkes are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Brussels Griffons have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Schipperkes are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Brussels Griffons can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.

Schipperkes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.